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Best Smartphone Deals for Flipkart Big Billion Days And Amazon Sale

It is that time of year when the e-commerce giants, Amazon and Flipkart lock horns and try to rake in as many customers as possible by offering lucrative discounts. Both the companies have announced their own versions of high discount sales. Amazon is calling it the Diwali Great Indian Festival Sale which commences on 10 October and ends on 15 October. Whereas, Flipkart calls it as Big Billion Days which will take place between 10th-14th October.

We will continuously update this post to give you the latest deals. So keep watching this space regularly.

A bunch of products like electronics, smartphones, accessories and home decor will be available at heavily discounted prices. A lot of companies have announced the discounts their devices will be available at. We at iGyaan bring you the best deals announced till now.

Also read: Xiaomi Poco F1 Rosso Red First Look : Pocophone Red

Flipkart Deals

(Note: Smartphone discounts will begin from 11th October even though the sale begins on 10th October)

Honor seems very optimistic about the Big Billion Days Sale and plans to sell a million smartphones during the the upcoming festive season. They have announced great discounts on their smartphones. Some of them are:

Honor 9N

The Honor 9N will be available at a discount of Rs. 4,000. The 3 GB RAM/32 GB ROM variant & the 4 GB RAM/64 GB ROM variant will be available at Rs 9,999 and Rs 11,999 respectively down from their original Rs. 11,999 and Rs 13,999 price tag. The Honor 9N has a 5.8 inch Full HD display and the Kirin 659 Octa Core processor. The device has 16 MP front camera and 13 MP + 2 MP dual real cameras.

Click here to buy the Honor 9N

Honor 7A

The Honor 7A will be available for Rs 7,999 which is Rs 3,000 down from it’s original Rs 10,999 price tag. The smartphone has a 5.7 inch HD+ display. It has a 3 GB RAM and 32 GB of ROM. Talking about the processor ithe device has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor along with the Adreno 505 GPU. In terms of cameras, it has an 8 MP front camera and 13 MP +2 MP rear cameras. The smartphone has a 3,000 mAh battery.

Click here to buy the Honor 7A

Other Honor Deals

The flagship Honor 10 will sell for Rs 24,999 for the 6 GB RAM/128 GB ROM variant, getting a discount of Rs 10,000.

Click here to buy the Honor 10

The Honor 8 Pro with 6 GB RAM/128 GB ROM will get a Rs.10,000 discount and will sell for Rs 19,999.

Click here to buy the Honor 8 Pro

The quad camera Honor 9i will sell for Rs 12,999 down Rs. 7,000 from it’s original price.

Click here to buy the Honor 9i

The entry-level Honor 7S will be sold for Rs. 6,499 which is Rs 2,500 less than its current price.

Click here to buy the Honor 7s

Samsung Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 will be available at Rs 29,990 which is Rs 16,000 less than its original Rs 45,990 price tag. The device has a 5.8 inch Super AMOLED display and is powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor along with the Adreno 540 GPU. The device has an 8MP front camera and a 12 MP rear camera. The smartphone has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. It has a 3,000 mAh lithium-ion battery.

Click here to buy the Galaxy S8

Other Samsung Deals

The J3 Pro will get a discount of Rs 2,300 and will sell for Rs. 6,190.

Click here to buy the J3 Pro

The Samsung On Nxt 64 GB will see a discount of Rs 8,000/- and will sell for Rs 9,990.

Click here to buy the On Nxt

Moto Z2 Force

Another notable mention is the Moto Z2 Force which will get a 50% discount and will be available for Rs. 17,499. This is a true flagship device that has exceptional build quality and great user experience.

Click here to buy the Moto Z2 Force

Lenovo K8 Plus

The Lenovo K8 Plus was launched at Rs 10,999 for the 3 GB RAM variant in September 2017. In the sale it will be sold for Rs. 6,999/- that is Rs 4000 less than the original price. It has dual 13 MP + 5 MP rear cameras and an 8 MP front camera with LED flash. The smartphone has Octa-Core Helio P25 processor along with Mali-T880MP2 GPU. The phone packs a huge 4,000 mAh battery. In terms of display it has a 5.2 inch FUL HD capacitive touchscreen with a pixel density of 424 ppi. This smartphone one of the best option in the budget segment at this crazy price. With its dual cameras, fingerprint sensor and great battery, this smartphone will give the Realme C1 and Xiaomi 6A a very tough run for their money.

Click here to buy the Lenovo K8 Plus

Asus Zenfone MAX PRO M1

Asus Zenfone Max Pro has a 5.99 inch capacitive display. The device is powered by Snapdragon 636 Octa-Core processor along with an Adreno 509 GPU. In terms of memory and storage it is available in three variants 3 GB RAM/ 32 GB ROM, 4 GB RAM/64 GB ROM and 6 GB RAM/64GB ROM. Although the key highlight of this device it’s 5,000 mAh mammoth battery. During the sale all three variants will be get a Rs 2,000 discount. The price for the variants is as follow:

3 GB RAM/ 32 GB ROM – Rs 9,999/-

4 GB RAM/64 GB ROM – Rs. 10,999/-

6 GB RAM/64GB ROM – Rs. 12,999/-

Buy the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 here

Asus Zenfone 5Z

Asus Zenfone 5Z has a 6.2 inch capacitive display with a notch. The device is powered by flagship Snapdragon 845 Octa-Core processor along with an Adreno 630 GPU. In terms of memory and storage it has 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB storage. It has a a 3,300 mAh battery that supports fast charging. During the sale, the smartphone will be available at a discount of Rs 5,000. The price after discount is Rs 24,999/-

Click here to but the Asus Zenfone 5Z here

The Oppo A71 with 3 GB RAM and 13 MP rear camera gets a discount of 4,000 and will go on sale for Rs. 6,990/-. Also the Xperia R1 dual with Snapdragon 430 will be available for Rs. 6,990 after a 3000 discount.

Along with these superb deals, HDFC Bank customers get 10% additional Instant discount. Flipkart is also offering great value for old phones under exchange offers.

Amazon Deals

Amazon has not announced a lot of deals for now but we will get to know more about them in the coming days. Though one very popular device to get a discount is the OnePlus 6. The OnePlus 6 has flagship specs at a very competitive price. The OnePlus 6 has been appreciated by one and all. The 64 GB variant that sells for Rs. 34,999 currently will see a temporary price cut of Rs. 5,000 and will be available for Rs. 29,999 during the sale.

Amazon is teasing a lot of devices with discounts but they have not disclosed the exact price for those smartphones. We will have to wait for Amazon to announce the prices for these products.

Overall, the upcoming sales will bring us a lot of deals which means a lot of savings during the upcoming festive season. We will keep an eye on these deals and update you with the new updates as they come out.

Samsung Galaxy S9

This is the latest flagship from Samsung. The Galaxy S9 is one of the top smartphone that is available in the market. It has a 5.8 inch Super AMOLED Capacitve touchscreen display with an insane pixel density of 57o ppi. It is powered by the Snapdragon 845 Octa-Core processor along with the Adreno 630 GPU. The smartphone has 64 GB ROM with 4 GB RAM. It has a battery of 3000 mAh and supports fast-charging.

In the sale it will be available for Rs. 42,990/- which is much lower than it’s original price which was Rs 62,500/-.

October 6, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro Leaked Ahead of Global Launch

The Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro has been leaked ahead of its launch. The device will launch at a special Galaxy event by Samsung on October 11th. Today, a German website claims to have the official specifications of the device.

Design:

The Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro has a quad rear camera setup. The lenses are arranged in a vertical manner and have the LED flash below them. The device has a fingerprint scanner on the back. The front is more conventional with thick bezels and no notch.

Specifications:

The Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro has a 6.28 inch Super AMOLED display. It has an FHD+ display with a 2280 x 1080 px resolution. The device has also waived off physical navigation buttons, which are-on screen now. The smartphone runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Octa Core Chipset and has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory. This is expandable up to 512 GB using a microSD card.

The Device is houses a 3720 mAh battery and has Quick Charge 2.0 support. It also features face recognition and has a USB Type-C for for connectivity and charging.

Let the fun times begin, this October 11, 2018. pic.twitter.com/8zzWYAgiWB

— Samsung Mobile (@SamsungMobile) September 14, 2018

Camera:

The camera is surely the highlight of the device. The quad camera setup does not seem improbable as Samsung had mentioned the words “4x fun” on the invite for the event. The source mentions that the camera has the following specifications.

It has a 24 MP main camera with optical image stabilisation and an aperture of f/1.7. The second is a 5 MP depth sensor for live focus and has an aperture of f/2.2. The third camera is a 8 MP wide-angle lens with an aperture of f/2.4. The fourth camera, has a 10 MP f/2.4 sensor with 2x optical zoom. The front camera is an 8 MP snapper with autofocus and an aperture of f/1.7.

All the information is from the source which claims that the features are true. To find out whether it is legit or not, we will just have to wait for the upcoming October 11 ‘Special Galaxy Event’.

October 4, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A7 With Triple Camera : Unboxing And Hands On
The Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) has been launched in India and will be available on Flipkart and Samsung Shop. The device is the first Triple Camera smartphone from Samsung. The device starts at Rs 23,990 in India and will go on sale starting from 27th October.

In The Box:
- Samsung Galaxy A7
- In ear headphones
- SIM ejecting tool
- Charger
- USB cable
- Documentation
Buy the Galaxy A7 here.

Design & Display:

The Samsung Galaxy A7 has a 2.5D glass back and metal body. This makes the device look and feel premium. The rounded edges of the Galaxy A7 make it easy to hold and it is also pretty light. The back sports the triple camera setup, which is the highlight of the device. Another new design aspect is the side mounted fingerprint sensor which doubles up as the power button.

The Samsung Galaxy A7 has a 6 inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display. The display has a native resolution of 2220 x 1080 pixels. The display has an ‘always on’ feature, which shows the time and important notifications at all times. The quality of the display is top notch and it has great viewing angles as well.

The positioning of the fingerprint scanner on the power button is surely convenient. The scanner is located at a position which your finger would take naturally, while holding the device. The fingerprint scanner is very responsive and helps to gain access into the device quickly. The device also has Face Recognition which is also extremely responsive.

Side-mounted fingerprint sensor

The device has Dolby ATMOS technology which gives a good sound output and also has a 3.4 mm headphone jack. One can also swipe either up or down to access the apps and swiping up from the bottom of the screen gives access to Samsung Pay Mini.

Camera:

The highlight of the device is the Triple Camera Setup which is surely worth the hype. The vertical camera setup includes a 24 MP f/1.7 sensor, a 5 MP f/2.2 sensor and a 8 MP f/2.4 sensor. The 5 MP sensor is for Bokeh while the 8 MP sensor is an Ultra Wide lens.

The Ultra Wide lens is very useful in day to day situations. You can capture the entire scene without having to step back or kneel down. Samsung claims that the lens can see as wide as the human eye and the lens works in both video and photo mode.

The Galaxy A7 also uses the Super Pixel technology to combine 4 pixels into 1, offering superior low light performance. The device also has a Live Focus feature which lets you set the background blur while clicking the picture and also to change it, after the image has been captured. Another interesting feature is the portrait Dolly mode. This lets you create a dolly zoom effect which can be saved as either a GIF or video.

It also has slow motion video and hyper lapse capability, which is pretty good. The device also detects 19 scenes such as food, flower, street, etc to optimise the colour settings and provide a better output. You can also create a closed group and share your images over WiFi. The Social Camera option on the device lets you share the images instantly on FaceBook, WhatsApp and FB Messenger.

The Front Camera of the device houses a 24 MP sensor. It has a ‘wide selfie’ feature which lets you pan left and right to capture the entire scene. It also has features such as selfie focus and pro lighting modes to help enhance your selfies.

AR Emoji:

The AR Emoji feature is available on both the rear and the front camera of the device. This feature lets you create customisable Emojis on the basis of face, skin, hair, features, clothes, etc. With this, you can then turn your selfie or image into an emoji.

Under The Hood:

The Samsung Galaxy A7 runs on the Samsung Exynos 7885 SoC. This has a 2.2 GHz Octa Core processor and has 4GB and 6 GB RAM options. The device runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system. It has memory options of 64 GB and 128 GB and is expandable upto 512 GB using a microSD card. The device also has a dedicated microSD card slot. The Galaxy A7 has a 3300 mAh battery.

Price & Offers :

The device is priced at Rs 23,990 for the 4 GB RAM/ 64 GB storage variant. The 6 GB RAM / 128 GB storage variant costs Rs 28,990. The device will be available on Flipkart and Samsung Shop and its sale starts on 27th October. A Rs 2,000 cash back is offered on HDFC Credit & Debit Cards.

Buy the Galaxy A7 here.

You can watch our detailed video below:
September 25, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro With Quadruple Camera Leaked

Recently we saw the launch of a triple camera smartphone from Samsung. Now, it looks like the smartphone giant is gearing up to launch a quadruple camera device, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Pro.

The upcoming special Galaxy event by Samsung is sure holding some surprises. It has been revealed by the company that one of the devices being launched is the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018). This is the first triple camera smartphone from Samsung. However, the invite for the event had the words “4x Fun” on it which gave rise to rumours that we could expect a quad camera device.

Also Read: Samsung Launches Galaxy A7 With Triple Camera Setup, Specifications

However, none of those seemed very viable until now. A concept of the alleged Galaxy A9 Star Pro has shown us what the device could probably look like. The device has a vertical quad camera setup, as can be seen from the images and a rectangular fingerprint sensor as well. However, the source also claims that the position of the fingerprint sensor is not confirmed.

Recently Announced Galaxy A7

Specifications:

The highlight of the device is the rumoured quad camera setup. Along with this, it will also have a rear mounted fingerprint sensor and a headphone jack. The device is also reported to have a dedicated Bixby button. The Galaxy A9 Star Pro will have a 6.2 inch FHD+ AMOLED display, according to reports.

The rear camera setup reportedly consists of an 8 MP wide angle sensor, 24 MP main sensor and a 10 MP and 5 MP zoom lens. The device is reported to have a 24 MP Sony front camera. The Galaxy A9 Star Pro is expected to have an infinity display with thin bezels all around.

The launch event is set for 11th October and will see the launch of some new, groundbreaking devices from Samsung. Samsung, which is the global leader in smartphone sales, is now looking to ensure it retains the footing it has over the Indian smartphone market.

September 24, 2018
Samsung Launches Galaxy A7 With Triple Camera Setup: Specifications

Samsung has launched its first ever triple camera phone, the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018). The device has a sleek design, and is rumoured to be under Rs 30,000. The device carries premium features which were only available on Samsung’s flagship devices earlier.

Specifications:

The highlight of the device is the triple camera arrangement on the back. The setup consists of 24 MP primary lens, an 8 MP ultra wide lens and a 5 MP depth sensor. The device also has a Live Focus feature which lets you to adjust the bokeh effect. The device also combines four pixels into one to let more light in and give better images.

The Galaxy A7 has a 24 MP front camera and an adjustable LED flash along with it. It will help you take bokeh selfies and has Pro Lighting Mode. The front camera also has AR emojis and flattering filters.

The Galaxy A7 has a 6 inch Super AMOLED display. It has a native resolution of 2220 x 1080 pixels.The device is supported by Dolby Atmos sound technology for a better audio output. Another striking feature on the device is the fingerprint scanner. The fingerprint scanner is mounted on to the side of the device to offer a more comfortable unlocking position, according to the company.

The device also comes loaded with some Samsung exclusive features such as Bixby, Samsung Pay and Samsung Health. It is available in blue, black, pink and gold colours.The recent report about the lineup change in the Galaxy A and J series is turning out to be true and Samsung is trying to offer a better experience at different price ranges.

The device is set to lunch during the Samsung Galaxy event on 11th October. The event is also rumoured to showcase the first quad camera smartphone by Samsung. The launch of the Galaxy A7 shows that Samsung is no longer reserving features like a triple camera for its flagship devices. More details like availability and pricing will be known after the event.

September 20, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A7 Leaked: 3 Cameras, Side Mounted Fingerprint Sensor

Images and renders of the alleged Samsung Galaxy A7 have been leaked, giving us a glimpse at the triple camera setup. If the reports are right, this will be the first triple camera smartphone by Samsung, not the flagship Galaxy S10. Along with this, there are reports of the Galaxy A9 Star Pro with four rear cameras. These devices are expected to launch at Samsung’s special Galaxy event on 11th October.

The leaked image shows off a vertical triple camera setup with a flash module below in the Galaxy A7. The Galaxy A7 is expected to run the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 or Snapdragon 660. Some reports also suggest that the device could be powered by the Exynos 7885 processor. It is also rumoured to have a 4 GB RAM variant for some markets, including India.

Also Read: Samsung To Launch Galaxy A9 Pro With Snapdragon 710

This is the Galaxy A7 (2018): It has 3 cameras and the fingerprint sensor will be placed in the frame. I will update you soon with some specs! pic.twitter.com/IJnHXk56BG

— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) September 18, 2018

Another striking feature, is the presence of the side mounted fingerprint scanner. Leaks also suggest that the device will have water proof and dust proof certification.

Galaxy A9 Star Pro:

Multiple reports suggest that a Samsung device with a four rear camera setup has been spotted. The cameras are allegedly stacked vertically. However, this seems to be a highly unlikely design choice by Samsung. This array will be placed on the left top corner of the device and the centre will house the fingerprint scanner, according to the report. The device is also expected to feature a dedicated Bixby button along with a headphone jack.

If the devices actually sport these features, it means that Samsung would not be reserving its best features for its flagship devices. The recent report that Samsung might be changing its lineup to better suit the needs of the market might be true.

September 19, 2018
Samsung Will Merge J Series With A Series, Reorganise Entire Lineup

Samsung is reportedly planning to discontinue its Galaxy J series of smartphones. Instead, it will merge its lesser priced lineup with the mid-range A series. The move is reportedly Samsung’s way to combat the rising competition from Chinese brands in the same price segment.

The Galaxy J series is the budget lineup that the manufacturer provides. It will merge it with the A series, which will then cover the entire segment. Apart from this, Samsung is also planning to replace its Galaxy On series with a new Galaxy M lineup. The Galaxy M series will target the budget smartphone segment which is currently ruled by Chinese manufacturers.

Also Read: Samsung Opens World’s Biggest Experience Centre In Bengaluru

Galaxy J7 Duo

Samsung had taken a hit on sales in the budget smartphone segment. Most consumers believed that the company did not price the devices well. The new Galaxy M series will be priced competitively. This could mean that the manufacturer will experience a slight turbulence in its profit margins. However, this step could ensure that Samsung remains at the top where it matters the most.

Samsung’s New Move:

Xiaomi overtook Samsung to become India’s top selling brand recently. Though Samsung still continues to hold the top position in the global market. This is threatened by Huawei which is quickly climbing up the global market share. Brands like Huawei and Xiaomi are able to make such great sales by targeting the most important smartphone markets. China and India. China is currently the worlds biggest smartphone market, with India at a close second. India is the world’s fastest growing market and will soon overtake China, according to reports.

Samsung’s move can turn it around for the company. By targeting the Chinese and Indian markets, the company may be able to report better sales. If the devices are priced smartly and devices with popular features are produced, these markets will react very well. The change in lineup, the setup of the world’s largest factory and world’s largest Samsung store in India really shows the effort that the company is putting into the country to ensure its market relevance.

September 18, 2018
Samsung To Launch Galaxy A9 Pro With Snapdragon 710

Samsung has been teasing the launch of a new Galaxy Device. In a tweet by the company, the words “4x fun” was used. This had a lot of people guessing that it would be a Galaxy device sporting four cameras. Multiple leaks claim that this will be the new Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro.

The leaks also say that this will be Samsung’s first ever device to run the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC. The Snapdragon 710 was introduced in May this year and is one of the latest chipsets offered by the company. This is powered by a multi-core AI engine and claims 2x overall performance improvements in AI related applications as compared to the Snapdragon 660.

Let the fun times begin, this October 11, 2018. pic.twitter.com/8zzWYAgiWB

— Samsung Mobile (@SamsungMobile) September 14, 2018

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Reportedly Catches Fire

The Snapdragon 710 has a clock speed of 2.2 GHz and is coupled with an Adreno 616 GPU. Other claims include the ‘four camera’ setup included in the Galaxy A9 Pro. This includes a dual rear camera and a dual front camera. The design of the device is expected to follow in with the current A series devices. This means it will have an infinity display, rectangular camera setup and a rear mounted fingerprint scanner.

Further details about the device aren’t available as of now, but it can be expected very soon. As announced by Samsung, the device will launch on 11th October. We can then see how many of the claims regarding the device actually match up.

September 17, 2018
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Reportedly Catches Fire

A Samsung Galaxy Note 9 caught fire inside of a woman’s purse in New York, earlier this month. This claim was made in a lawsuit filed by the woman against Samsung. The woman hopes for a restraining order on the sales of the Note 9.

The report was filed by Diane Chung, who claims that she was in an elevator when this incident took place. She noticed that her Galaxy Note 9 had become incredibly hot and therefore stopped using her phone and dropped it into her purse. After a while she heard a ‘whistling and screeching sound’ and saw ‘thick smoke’ appearing from her bag. She then emptied her purse on to the floor of the elevator. However, it wasn’t until a passerby picked up the device with a cloth and dropped it into a bucket of water that the fire stopped.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 full specs & price

Following this, she filed a lawsuit against Samsung which demands that a restraining order be placed on the sales of the Galaxy Note 9 and damages be offered to her. This could be Samsung’s worst nightmare as its flagship device is now under scrutiny.

Samsung’s Dilemma:

A similar case occurred with the infamous Samsung Galaxy Note 7 around two years back. The device had a battery flaw, which the company later discovered which led to multiple phones exploding or bursting into flames.

To avoid any such problems in the future, Samsung at that time created an eight-point inspection process for the batteries of its devices. This is suppose to be the best and beyond industry standards, according to Samsung. With the launch of the Galaxy Note 9, Samsung claimed that it is the safest device it made. It also added that users don’t have to worry about batteries anymore.

However, we might not be seeing a Note 7 kind of situation here. Samsung has said that no such incidents have been reported by other users. This could also mean that it was just one faulty device. Samsung is investigating the matter. We will soon know the what really caused this issue and whether it is something users need to worry about.

September 17, 2018
Samsung Launches Three New Wireless Headphones

Samsung has launched a new lineup of AKG wireless headphones. Samsung has unveiled three new headphones, whose highlight is the ability to control how much ambient noise you can hear.

The devices are from AKG acoustics, which is owned by Samsung. Samsung partnered with Harman, which is its subsidiary, to deliver these innovative devices. The lineup consists of the N700NC, Y500 and the Y100 which are optimised for balanced and studio quality sound, according to the company.

N700NC:

The N700NC is a premium, over- ear headphones and is priced at $ 349 in the US. The N700NC has better sound quality to provide crystal clear voice calls, according to the company. The device also claims a battery life that lasts upto 20 hours.

One of the biggest features of the N700NC is the adaptive noise cancellation. The adaptive noise cancelling lets the user control how much ambient noise should be let through, using a button. Therefore, you can change the degree of ambient noise depending on your surroundings, such as more ambient noise while you’re walking down the road or no ambient noise when you are at home, looking to relax.

AKG Y500

Also Read: Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max Launched

Y500 & Y100:

The Y500 is also a pair of over-ear headphones. It is priced at $ 149.The Y500 features multi-point connectivity, which allows you to pair two bluetooth connected devices at the same time. The Y500 also has a play and pause automation feature. This pauses content whenever the headphones are taken off and resumes it automatically when you place them back.

AKG Y100

The Y100 is an in-ear headphone. It is the cheapest out of the three and is priced at $ 99. The device has ambient aware, like the Y500 which allows ‘seamless control of surrounding noise with just a single tap’.

All the three headphones have been launched in the USA. The Y500 and Y100 are on sale at AKG.com, Amazon and Samsung.com. The N700NC will be available later this year.

September 15, 2018
Samsung Teases Launch Of Possible 4 Camera Phone

Samsung just tweeted an invite for its special event and its got everyone buzzing. The event will be held on 11th October and will see the launch of a new Galaxy device. It is highly unlikely that Samsung will be announcing a new flagship at this time of the year. We can expect an A- series device .

Let the fun times begin, this October 11, 2018. pic.twitter.com/8zzWYAgiWB

— Samsung Mobile (@SamsungMobile) September 14, 2018

What is interesting though, is the content of the tweet. Samsung has highlighted the words “4x the fun”, which could be the rumoured 4 camera device. This could also mean the launch of a device with a 4x optical zoom. What is clear though, is that the highlight of the device is going to be the camera.

Rumours of all kinds have been afloat about Samsung’s new camera setup. Reports of 4 rear cameras, 3 rear cameras and a single front camera and also 2 rear and 2 front cameras have emerged. This basically covers all the permutations associated with 4 cameras. We can be expecting a 4 rear camera setup, though. With Huawei all set to announce their triple rear camera phone on 16th September, 4 cameras is not a long shot.

Also Read:Nokia 9 Leaked With Hands- On Images

The possibility of a 4x optical zoom support on the device is also another possibility. No other smartphone has this capability as of now and Samsung itself has 2x optical zoom even in its latest flagship devices. However, the possibility of a non-flagship device having such extensive and groundbreaking features is slim. Especially, considering the fact that the A series is a mid-range device. This also leads to the possibility that Samsung could announce a new series in the Galaxy segment, dedicating it to camera performance.

Alleged Nokia 9 with penta camera setup

The race to get ahead with camera setups has been the most crucial for manufacturers. With a dual camera setup becoming common even in low range phones, its time to step up the game. Rumours of HMD’s flagship Nokia 9 with a penta lens setup have been doing the rounds. Samsung’s Galaxy event will come just a few days after the Google’s special event, which will see the launch of the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones.

September 14, 2018
Samsung Opens World’s Biggest Experience Centre In Bengaluru

Samsung has opened its biggest ever store in Bengaluru, India. The Experience centre, was opened on Tuesday and covers a massive area of 30,000 square feet.

Samsung is the global leader when it comes to smartphone sales. However, its position is threatened by a number of fast growing Chinese brands such as Huawei and Xiaomi. India, being the fastest growing and second largest smartphone market in the world, is bound to be the battle ground for companies to establish their lead over one another. Xiaomi holds 30% market share in India while Samsung comes second with 23%. At a time like this, it makes perfect sense for the South Korean giant to kick up its focus in India and ensure it stays in the race.

The Experience

The Royal Opera House Building Which Houses the Store

The Experience Centre is housed within the iconic Royal Opera House in Bengaluru. The Opera House was a theatre which as the name suggests, featured Opera during the British Era. Samsung claims it has spent two years restoring the structure to feature the Samsung Experience Centre.

The tech giant is not only showcasing its full lineup of smartphones and wearable devices but also consumer electronics. The centre has products like TV’s, electronic appliances and a VR experience segment too. Here, the Samsung Gear is showcased, which is bound to get a lot of attention.

Apart from this, it has a service centre for smartphones. The experience centre will also will organise workshops, activities and events in the future, according to the company.

Back in July, Samsung had opened one of the world’s largest phone factories in Noida, near Delhi. The factory is reported to be the world’s largest mobile phone production unit. Coupled with the opening of the new Experience Centre in Bangalore, its safe to say that Samsung is not backing down in this smartphone war. Its global rival Apple, however seems to be oblivious of the changes in the market as it is yet to open a flagship store in India.

September 13, 2018
Samsung Launches X5 Portable SSD Equipped With Thunderbolt 3

Samsung has unveiled its latest portable SSD device, the X5. An SSD offers greater speeds over a conventional HDD as it doesn’t not contain any moving parts and directly writes information on to the chip. The new Samsung X5 portable SSD is equipped with NVMe technology and uses Thunderbolt 3 to deliver lightening fast speeds. The NVMe technology delivers higher speeds because it accelerates the transfer of data between a system and an SSD.

With a blazing fast read speed of 2800 MB/s and write speed of 2300 MB/s, it might as well set your system on fire. However that is not possible as the SSD also comes with a Thermal Management technology, ensuring that the device stays cool. So lets dive straight into it.

Price:

It is not just the speed that might shake you up, have a look at the price. The 2 TB variant of the Samsung X5 portable SSD costs US$ 1400. If you’re looking for something with a little less storage capability and a smaller price tag, there are two more variants of the X5 portable SSD. The 1 TB model sells at $700 while the 500 Gb model is priced at $ 400. The device will go on sale from September 3rd.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S10 To Have In Display Fingerprint Reader

Build:

The Samsung X5 is protected by a solid built. Most importantly, the body has no moving parts and is manufactured using magnesium alloy. According to Samsung, this can help the X5 withstand a 6 ft drop as well. The device has a Dynamic Thermal Guard and a heat sink. Therefore, it helps the X5 keep the temperature below 45 degrees celsius at all times. The device is also good looking with Samsung saying that it has been inspired by the design of a supercar. The ridged surface at the bottom, therefore preventing it from slipping. The device is also password protected and Samsung offers a extended 3 year warranty on the same.

The need for speed:

Terrifically high read/write speeds which can transfer a 20 GB 4K video in less than 12 seconds, makes the X5 portable SSD a powerhouse. With the Samsung X5 portable SSD, content creators and professionals can work through anything, without having to stop to think about it.

The Samsung X5 is a successor to the Samsung T5 portable SSD. The Samsung T5 provides transfer speeds up to 540 MB/s according to Samsung. For more details about the T5, check out our video below.

August 29, 2018
Samsung Galaxy S10 To Have In Display Fingerprint Reader

The Samsung Galaxy S10 will mark the 10 year anniversary of Samsung’s flagship smartphone. This time, Samsung will reportedly launch three models of the S10. What is more surprising is that they might be planning to put an in-display fingerprint reader in all three.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is reportedly launching in three variants. A phablet sized S10 Plus, an S10 and an entry-level S10 Mini. The three variants might have different features, which will lead to varied pricing. With this, Samsung aims to maximise the market for the Galaxy S10. However, despite reports that the S10 Mini will be cheaper, Samsung might ensure it has an in-display fingerprint scanner as well.

While it is rumoured that the S10 and the S10 Plus will use in-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner , the S10 Mini is may use an optical fingerprint reader for the same.

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Samsung has reportedly partnered with Qualcomm for the technology. According to Qualcomm, their Fingerprint Sensors ultrasonic technology is state of the art in the smartphone market. It works by using ultrasonic waves which directly penetrate the skin. Then the system maps the most intricate parts of your fingerprint. This includes details such as ridge endings and sweat pores. The technology can work through OLED, glass and aluminium surfaces.

It also works while in contact with sweat, oil and water. According to Qualcomm, it provides upto 6x more accurate biometric performance. With added security, it also ensures lower power consumption.

The ultrasonic fingerprint scanner costs around three times more than an optical one. This explains why Samsung is reportedly not providing it in the S10 Mini. An in display fingerprint scanner in all three variants is a great move, if reports are to be believed. This doesn’t force buyers to go in for the top model just to get all the features. The Samsung Galaxy S10 will be launching in February 2019, according to reports.

August 28, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A8 Star Unboxing And First Impressions
The Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has been launched in India at a competitive price of Rs 34,990. Launched between the 30-35k price bracket, the Samsung A8 Star packs a whole lot of features.

Design:

The design of the A8 Star looks and also feels premium. With a glass body and metallic frame, the A8 Star sits comfortably in your hands. The A8 Star comes with Infinity display and has thin bezels at the top and bottom. The back of the phone houses dual camera setup and a rectangular fingerprint scanner. The A8 star also comes with a headphone jack and a dedicated Bixby button to the left.
- Samsung Galaxy A8 Star
- In-Ear Earphones
- USB C Cable
- Fast Charger
- Sim Ejector Tool
- Documentation
Display:

The 6.3-inch Super AMOLED infinity display gives the vibrant Samsung display experience. Along with this, the phone has a ‘always on’ feature which ensures that notifications and other information is available throughout. The phone also offers great viewing angles, however the phone does not have S pen support like the Note Series.

Once inside, we see the familiar Samsung launcher and come across a few pre installed apps. Other than some Samsung apps, it is pre loaded with a few Microsoft Office apps which cannot be uninstalled. The device runs Android 8.0 and the Samsung experience 9. The A8 star can access the Bixby assistant by using the dedicated button and upon swiping up one can access Samsung Pay Mini. However, payments can only be made over NFC.

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Camera:

The device houses a unique dual camera setup. It uses the dual intellicam system from Samsung and has 16MP+24MP cameras both with an aperture of f/1.7. The 24MP camera uses the TetraCell technology to capture pictures in lowlight conditions. The Tetra Cell uses 4 pixels instead of 1 pixel in lowlight conditions and then combines those 4 pixels into 1 pixel to give you the best output. The main camera captures 4K video at 30fps. In the front we have a 24MP camera that uses a variety of creative effects to give a sharper image. A number of AR stamps, stickers and filters add to the experience.

Chipset, Battery & Storage:

The A8 Star houses a Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 chipset with an Adreno 512 GPU. It has 4GB of ram and 64GB internal storage which is expandable up to 400GB. Powered by a 3700 mAh battery, the A8 Star comes with adaptive fast charging with a 9V, 1.67 A charger.

Additionally, it has a fingerprint sensor at the back and also comes with Face Detection. For more about the experience of using the Galaxy A8 Star, check out our video below.
August 25, 2018